Indonesia: Jakarta Deputy Governor Calls for Prayers Amidst National Culture Day Celebrations for Forest Fire Resolution
Jakarta Deputy Governor Rano Karno urged citizens to pray for the swift resolution of ongoing forest fires in Kalimantan, Sumatra, and Sulawesi and for the recovery of affected communities. The DKI Jakarta provincial government is also preparing for potential health impacts from the smoke.
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